Susan's Baby Shower

Last weekend, I got to attend a shower for my precious friend/family member Susan. She and my cousin Ryan are expecting a baby boy in early November.
Susan's coworkers Leann and Julie hosted this shower. Mom and I had planned to throw a shower for her a few weekends before, but had to cancel because of the death of my great Aunt Jean (We miss you!). Leann and Julie graciously let us "help" host this one too, though our contributions were minimal to this incredibly fabulous shower. No stone was left unturned!

(Above) Julie made this poem with a picture of Ryan as a baby and Uncle Ronnie. Everyone cried when they read it.
(Below) The place settings with china and chocolates.

The gift table with numbered gifts for baby bingo.

We wrote a message on the diaper to give Ryan and Susan a laugh when they were changing Baby Parker.

Loved this idea. They had laminated prayer cards, and each one had a bead attached. We went around and told what we would be praying for Susan about (i.e. "Susan would have a smooth recovery" "Baby Parker's salvation", etc.). We gave the bead to Suz to string together and kept the cards to remind us to pray.

The fabulous hostesses with the mama of honor (who looks amazing by the way!).

Susan with the Moms: her mom Bette on the left and mom-in-law Gail (my aunt) on the right

Mom, Susan and me

Getting the rundown on the amazing food:
Gorgonzola phyllo cups, Chocolate Chip Dip, Cucumber Party Sandwiches, Egg Gorgonzola and Pancetta sandwiches, Parmesan, Basil & Lemon Wafers, Chocolate Hazelnut Dipped Fruit, Finger Chicken Salad Sandwiches, Veggie Tray.

Someone gave her eggs. Just kidding, they had really cute socks inside.

Part of Parker and Rachel's gift. It's handmade by a ministry for people with special needs. She cried through most of opening this gift. Rachel has a knack for giving heartfelt gifts.

Check back later for all the fun Josiah had during the weekend.